Obituaries

Dr. Harvey Gilbert, a beloved physician who transformed cancer care in California's Central Valley and touched countless lives with his extraordinary compassion and infectious laugh, passed away on Oct. 31, 2024, at the age of 84.

Nedra Rosen, 82, of Lenexa, Kansas, passed away peacefully on March 23.

Lance Shelley Ross, 65, of Atlanta, Georgia, passed away on March 20. He grew up in Kansas City and was a graduate of Southwest High School.

Adelaide “Adi” Simon passed away on Feb. 16. 

John Robert Slegman, 76, died on March 9. 

Shirley Mae (Levine) Gaines passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 4 at the remarkable age of 102.

Norton Starr, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and dedicated mathematician, passed away on March 8 in Kansas City, Missouri, at the age of 88. 

Stanley J. Bushman, 96, died peacefully at home on Friday, March 7, surrounded by Ann Canfield, his love of 59 years, and dear friends.

William “Bill” Bernard Kort, 78, of Leawood, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Feb. 27, leaving behind a legacy of love, wisdom and community service.

Elinor Charlotte (Rickles) Eisemann died at home in Prairie Village, Kansas, on Feb. 22.